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University Students’ Support for Ledbury Poetry Festival Leads to New Role for Graduate
A University of Worcester graduate is embarking on an exciting new role inspired by an internship at this year’s Ledbury Poetry Festival. Jacob Briscombe was one of three students who volunteered as artist management interns at the poetry festival, now in its 28th...
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University Students’ Support for Ledbury Poetry Festival Leads to New Role for Graduate
A University of Worcester graduate is embarking on an exciting new role inspired by an internship at this year’s Ledbury Poetry Festival. Jacob Briscombe was one of three students who volunteered as artist management interns at the poetry festival, now in its 28th...
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Severn Valley Railway to progress its restructure plans
The Severn Valley Railway has confirmed its intention to progress with ‘One Railway’, the radical organisational restructure that it announced in December 2024. This follows a period of intensive consultation with shareholders of the train operating company, Severn...
Exhibition at Medical School to Explore Sustainability in PPE
Sustainable personal protective equipment (PPE) in the health service will be the focus of a public lecture and exhibition at Worcester’s new medical school. The exhibition is a showcase of Arts and Humanities Research Council funded research into the development of a...
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Can you support your local hospital charity by taking part in their Eastnor Castle Walk this Spring?
On May 18th 2024 Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Charity are hosting their Eastnor Castle Walk! Taking in the beautiful grounds and surrounding countryside this charity walk is the perfect way to get your team together away from the office, in the great...
Boost Recruitment and Retention with ISO 9001
ISO 9001 is known internationally for helping businesses consistently meet customer requirements but is less known for its other benefits like supporting recruitment and retention. Local ISO experts at ISO Quality Services highlight five ways ISO 9001 could help you...
Chamber News
UK Tax Day 2021
The UK government has published a series of tax documents and consultations related to creating ‘a more trusted, simple and modern tax system’. The consultation announcements and policy paper released on tax day include: Consultation on aviation tax reform – seeks...
Opportunity for SMEs: video case studies
The Cabinet Office plans to commission some short video case studies of SMEs that have accessed schemes under the Plans for Jobs umbrella (furlough, business rates relief schemes, VAT cuts and deferral, Kickstart, government backed loans, apprenticeship support). They...
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Kind-hearted Kendrick Homes sponsor Primrose Ball
Kendrick Homes have once again stepped up to support Primrose Hospice by sponsoring the Primrose Ball taking place on Friday 27 September for an amazing £5,000. The Primrose Ball is an annual event held by Primrose Hospice, inviting guests to enjoy a wonderful night...
Sir Clive Woodward in Worcestershire for the ‘BIG LUNCH’
Sir Clive Woodward, Rugby World Cup winning coach from 2003 addressed the Worcestershire business community at the Chateau Impney on Friday 5th July for the first ‘BIG LUNCH’. With over 350 guests, this was the county’s largest corporate lunch being delivered by AMROS...
BCC issues blueprint for economic recovery and says global trade can be a key driver
The new Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, Shevaun Haviland, has set out the action needed to help firms and communities rebuild.
In her first speech to the BCC’s Global Annual Conference, she said that key steps were needed to boost UK trade, unlock the blockages in the skills training system and build a greener and more sustainable economy that achieves the aim of net zero by 2050.
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BCC issues blueprint for economic recovery and says global trade can be a key driver
The new Director General of the British Chambers of Commerce, Shevaun Haviland, has set out the action needed to help firms and communities rebuild.
In her first speech to the BCC’s Global Annual Conference, she said that key steps were needed to boost UK trade, unlock the blockages in the skills training system and build a greener and more sustainable economy that achieves the aim of net zero by 2050.
Worcestershire News
Law firm’s family team expands after growth in demand
A Worcestershire law firm has expanded its family division amid rising demand for its services including advice around cohabitation and pre-nuptial agreements. mfg Solicitors has welcomed newly-qualified lawyers Amy McGowan-Docherty and Katie Banks to its respected...
Worcestershire firms mark 15-year IT partnership with new deal
Two thriving Worcestershire businesses have signed a new three-year IT support contract as part of a 15-year partnership which has helped to expand both firms. Kidderminster firms, IT solutions provider Minster Micro Computers, and windows specialist 5 Star Windows...
Herefordshire News
Marches Small Business Recovery Grant launched
A new £630,000 grant scheme to help small businesses across the Marches which have suffered as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic has been launched today.
New Strategic Account Manager joins the Chamber
The Chamber has recently welcomed Jon Freail as the new Strategic Account Manager. He brings with him a wealth of experience and we are thrilled to have him as part of the team.
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Optimising Cashflow in Challenging Times
Cash is king. It’s one of those many over-used phrases in business that make us cringe when we hear it, but it’s true. Hopefully, you’re fortunate enough that you only cringe at the phrase itself, not the thought of how many days cash your business has left before it...
Hazelton Mountford Hosts Book Drive for Worcester Foodbank on World Book Day
Hazelton Mountford, Chamber Patron members and Chartered Insurance brokers, are inviting businesses from across the two counties to ‘buy a book’ at their fundraising ‘Book Bonanza’ on World Book Day. Team Hazelton Mountford are preparing for...
National Apprenticeship Week Success Culminates with Launch of 2024 Apprenticeships Awards
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council are excited to announce the 2024 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards. The announcement comes at the conclusion of National Apprenticeship Week, which again proved to be another...
University’s Week of Activities Shows How to Live More Sustainably
Students came together to bring about a week of themed activities at the University of Worcester designed to inspire people to live more sustainably. The University’s annual Go Green Week saw students working with staff, Worcester Students’ Union and external...
Chancellor Must Outline Sustainable Growth Plan
The British Chambers of Commerce is calling for the Chancellor to use next month’s Budget to work in partnership with business to develop a sustainable growth plan. Among the recommendations in the BCC’s Budget submission are: • Government to match industry-led...
HoW College Takes Gold at Industry Awards
Celebrations are underway at Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) after the College’s Marketing team was awarded Gold for the 24/25 prospectus at a national awards competition. The Further Education First Awards, hosted by the College Marketing Network,...
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